Bill > HR8252

This bill, the "No Patient LeftAlone Act of 2022," aims to amend the Social Security Act to codify patients' rights to hospital visitation. Specifically, it requires hospitals to have written policies and procedures regarding patient visitation rights, including any clinically necessary restrictions. The bill prohibits hospitals from restricting or denying visitation privileges based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, or disability, and ensures that all visitors enjoy full and equal visitation privileges. This legislation seeks to ensure that patients have the right to receive visitors of their choice, such as spouses, family members, or friends, subject to the patient's consent, which can be withdrawn or denied at any time.